OUTDOORS
CATALINA'S GREAT OUTDOORS
W hile this the sea is known for its historic culture and cobblestone lined streets, there is a large part of the Island that remains unknown to most— its enchanting wild side. With dramatic sea views, unique flora and fauna endemic to the Island and immaculate wilderness, get ready for some fresh air and amazing scenery. Catalina offers numerous nature-filled activities that allow you to explore this beautiful Island freely at your own pace. If you haven’t experienced Catalina’s great outdoors, you don’t know the real Catalina Island yet. picturesque city by WRITTEN BY GABRIELA MUNGARRO
THE BEST OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES For those looking to pick up some speed and dust, ambitious mountain bikers can expect an epic ride with direct access to the Island’s rugged interior with stops along the beautiful shoreline. Before you ride through the Island’s interior, simply purchase a $35 bike pass from the Catalina Island Conservancy Trailhead in Avalon. Didn’t bring a bike? Worry not as there are numerous places in Avalon you can rent from. Feel the breeze as you look out onto the Island’s pristine wilderness aboard an open-air off-road vehicle for the ultimate two to three-hour backcountry expedition. Get a feel for Catalina’s incredible geography as you ride through canyons and along the coastline where you will get the best photo ops to capture the amazing ocean views of both sides of the Island. Keep an eye out to spot a bison, Bald Eagle or Catalina Island Fox or two.
TOUR OPERATORS Catalina Island Company 877.778.8322 VisitCatalinaIsland.com Catalina Island Conservancy 310.510.2595 CatalinaConservancy.org Catalina Taxi and Tours 310.510.0342 CatalinaTaxiandTours.com Catalina Adventure Tours 877.510.2888 CatalinaAdventureTours.com
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